Imagine the human body as a magnificent symphony, a testament to the presence of the Divine. Each heartbeat, each breath, resonates with echoes of a greater purpose. In every intricate detail, from the delicate design of our organs to the complex interplay of our senses, we find a reflection of something truly sacred. The body is more than just flesh and bone; it’s a living narrative of creation, a reminder that we are all part of a larger, divine tapestry. Join me on a journey through this remarkable vessel, where the wonders of biology meet the profound truths of spirituality.
By Saiful Islam
“In every drop of man’s blood lies a sign, and in every breath, a trace of the Divine.”
— Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as)
The Superpowers Within
In an era dominated by artificial intelligence and cinematic superheroes, it’s easy to overlook that the most miraculous creation of all is the human being. A recent feature in National Geographic highlights astonishing human abilities—from climbers scaling vertical cliffs without ropes to divers holding their breath for over ten minutes. These feats aren’t mere stunts; they are signs.
They are not signs of human pride, but signs of Divine design. Every muscle that defies gravity, every breath held beneath the ocean, each idea born in a brain more intricate than any computer—all echo the presence of a Living God.
The Rope-less Climber: Ascending Beyond Earth
Consider the person who climbs sheer rock walls without harnesses or ropes—just skin against stone. To the world, they appear to be daredevils; to the believer, they symbolize something deeper.
However, they symbolize something deeper.
“He who climbs with faith ascends higher than the tallest mountain.”
Such strength, balance, and resolve are not random. Who teaches the fingertips to grasp, the heartbeat to steady, and the fear to yield? These abilities are not a product of evolution but of Providence. The climber conquers not just rocks but the inner Everest of the soul, urging humanity to rediscover the purpose of this intricate body.
The Diver Who Breathes Without Breath
Imagine the diver who inhales once before plunging into the depths for minutes. His heart slows, and his mind enters a calm state. In the cold embrace of the sea, he becomes a symbol of trust.
“To descend without fear is to rise in faith.”
This phenomenon transcends biology—it is grace in motion. Every system within him operates in silent harmony. Who has taught his lungs to endure? Who has trained his cells to wait? The diver surrenders to a law higher than instinct. Just as the soul must yield to Divine command, the body, too, bows to a deeper design.
The Human Mind: A Throne of Light
No machine has ever matched the capabilities of the human brain. A simple thought can awaken love, spark conflict, or create galaxies on canvas. This is not merely intelligence—it is consciousness.
“The human mind is not a machine, but a lamp ignited by the breath of God.”
In self-awareness lies the real miracle. The capacity to love, yearn, and forgive—these are divine powers that cannot be coded into silicon or replicated in laboratories. They stand as proof of a soul that exists beyond the physical form, even beyond death.
The Quranic Echo
Centuries before neuroscience celebrated the complexities of the body, the Holy Qur’an proclaimed:
“Soon shall We show them Our signs in the horizons and in their own souls, until it becomes evident to them that it is the truth.”
— (Surah Fussilat, 41:54)
Every breath held underwater, every step taken up a cliff, every neuron that fires an original thought—these are verses of divine scripture unfolding in real-time. They are not mere tricks of nature; they are testaments.
The Greatest Superpower: Submission
Among all these wonders, the greatest human ability is not physical strength or endurance—it is submission.
“The greatest act of courage is to surrender before the Truth.”
When one recognizes that all strength flows from a single Source and says sincerely, “O my Lord, I am Yours,” they become more powerful than the climbers and divers, for they have scaled their own ego and delved into the eternal.
You Are a Living Sign
Let us not marvel at humanity as the pinnacle of human achievement. Instead, let us marvel at humanity as a manifestation of God’s artistry.
“Do not regard yourself as insignificant, for within you resides an entire universe.”
— Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as)
So climb, dive, and ponder. But above all, remember—you are not a coincidence. You are a carefully crafted verse in the Book of God. Read yourself; recognize your Author.
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This concept of staying under water for minutes is a bit out of sync. Does the Holy Quran delve into this concept anywhere. Where do we deduce this from? Please explain in plain words, specific reference.
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The Holy Qur’an is not a biology textbook, nor does it aim to catalogue every physiological phenomenon in isolation. Rather, it is a book of divine guidance—a mirror reflecting the outer cosmos and the inner human soul.
While the Qur’an does not explicitly describe the act of “holding one’s breath underwater,” it most certainly alludes to the extraordinary potential within the human body—a body designed not by chance, but by Divine wisdom.
Let us turn to a relevant and illuminating verse:
Here, Allah Almighty declares that His signs lie both in the universe and within the human body—waiting to be discovered. These signs are not limited to what we consider “religious” miracles. They include the natural capacities, instincts, and adaptations built into human design.
When a diver descends and slows their heartbeat, conserving oxygen for several minutes, it may appear to some as a biological feat—but to the eye of a believer, it is a manifestation of divine coding. Who programmed the body to adapt this way? Who taught the cells to be patient?
Furthermore, the Qur’an presents Prophet Yunus (as), who remained in the belly of the whale—in the depths of darkness:
Was it not a miracle that he survived within such a suffocating environment? The “darkness upon darkness” mentioned in the Qur’an can be both physical and symbolic: the darkness of the sea, of despair, and of solitude. Yet within this suffocation, there was a spark of divine providence.
Therefore, while the Qur’an does not offer a biological exposition of freediving, it presents the human being as a bearer of divine potential, capable of enduring the unimaginable—when connected to purpose, and above all, to God.
The diver holding his breath is but a reminder of what we are designed for: resilience, discipline, surrender, and ultimately, recognition of our Creator.
So let us not reduce these phenomena to mere feats of fitness. Let us view them through the lens of revelation as signs (آيات), echoing the Divine voice within the human frame.
In simple terms:
The Qur’an encourages us to look within ourselves. It does not describe every physical act but points to the source behind such abilities. The diver’s capacity is a sign of design—a subtle miracle of creation—just as the Qur’an promised we would find.
Reflect on the design. Discover the Designer.
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